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Monday 11 September 2023

Out and about

We have been out and about this past week, to Bedeque and the Borden Carleton area with Chelton in between. In addition, we have continued along the boardwalk. Out and about has been lovely!


We walked Chelton Beach in the late morning on a day when it was hot and humid. The beach wasn’t crowded as it usually is mid summer.





I had the opportunity to try out the 125X optical zoom on my camera. 


The strip of land at the end of the peninsula in the photo is Seacow Head and there, a lighthouse shines brightly over the Northumberland Strait. Zooming in, I was pleased with this photo.





We continued along the coast towards the Confederation Bridge at Borden Carleton and stopped nearby at Noonan’s Shore. The highlight of this area was the number of butterflies along the shoreline, Cabbage Whites and Sulphurs. We were never able to photograph a Sulphur to identify the species.


Walking the shoreline, hundreds of butterflies flitted around us. The 19 second video will give you an idea of the number there. You can hear the sea lapping the shore and see the autumn look of the vegetation as well.


My husband took the best photo of the Cabbage Whites





and it shows the club-like structure at the end of the antennae and its compound eye on the side of the head.


We continued on to Borden Carleton where we stopped at the Rail and Marine Park, beside the Confederation Bridge, a park we haven’t visited in some time. A caboose in the park provides a perfect backdrop for a lobster boat as it heads to the fishing grounds.





Looking westward from under the bridge, the end of the peninsula is barely visible and the Seacow Head lighthouse certainly isn’t. 





A photo required the digital zoom on the camera. You can see a white SUV and three people at Seacow Head. When my granddaughter saw my new camera, she commented I’d be able to photograph a bird on the moon. She may be right.





Of course I captured birds that day, Semi-palmated Plovers and Sandpipers, Solitary Sandpipers, Sanderlings and Gulls. My favourite shot was this Great Yellowlegs, a beauty well hidden in the salt marsh.





In other news:


We are watching the progress of hurricane Lee as it churns its way slowly northward in the Atlantic. To say Prince Edward Islanders are suffering from PTSD from tropical storm Fiona last September, is an understatement. Clean-up from that storm is still ongoing. Our daughter is still waiting to have her roof reshingled. The island lost over 30% of its trees and over 10 meters or almost 100 feet of shoreline in some areas. This island is returning to the sea at an alarming rate.


What does Lee have in store for us? Even the thought is frightening!



37 comments:

Maebeme said...

It's so cool here today, that I'm envious of hot and humid.

Here's hoping the Lee leaves PEI alone and sputters out well before it reaches you.

Debra She Who Seeks said...

I hope Hurricane Lee doesn't do too much harm in PEI!

Anvilcloud said...

Your camera is pretty impressive, but I hope it won't be shooting damage from Lee. You don't need that.

eileeninmd said...

I hope you are safe from the Hurricane Lee. You and your camera take beautiful photos. I love the view of the beach and lighthouse. The Cabbage White photo is pretty. Love the Yellowlegs too. Great captures. Take care, have a great day and a happy week ahead!

Hena Tayeb said...

Hoping the hurricane stays far from you. Love that your are enjoying your camera so much, you got some good shots.

photowannabe said...

I got chills even thinking about Lee coming your way.
Praying that doesn't happen and all will be safe.
Your Yellow legs shot is fantastic. He really posed for you.
Congratulations on your new camera. That zoom works really well.
My zoom on this camera is not good at all.
Love the camera, its so old but so disappointed with its zoom capabilities.
Loved the video of the flitting butterflies. Very magical.
Thanks for sharing
Sue

Bill said...

Glad to hear that your new camera is working great for you. Love the photos and video. I hope Lee stays far away from you, you defintely don't need any more damage. Take care and stay safe.

Jim and Barb's Adventures said...

Sounds like you have an awesome zoom on your camera! I don't know a lot about butterflies. Do they have a short lifespan or do they migrate somewhere?

Helen said...

Wonderful to see you exploring and enjoying your new camera. Well done, Rick. A fascinating image of the Cabbage Whites. How wonderful to experience a floral, field of flitting butterflies. Just magical!
We too, are watching the path of Lee. A year on Thursday since Fiona. The island most certainly doesn't want a repeat of her destruction.

Elephant's Child said...

Out and about looks wonderful. Your new lens is giving you some excellent shots too.
I hope that Lee is gentle. So much.

Tabor said...

such a lovely area in which you live!!

The Furry Gnome said...

That's a lot of Cabbage Whites! And good luck avoiding the hurricane!

Salty Pumpkin Studio said...

Prayers hurricane Lee stays out to sea
Beautiful photographs

Joanne Noragon said...

May Lee evade you!

Red said...

Getting out on walks has to become a routine or else the walk doesn't happen.

Black Knight said...

I hope you are safe from Lee.
Great photos. The butterflies are very beautiful. Love the movie.
Have a good week.

Linda said...

That zoom is amazing! You got some great shots.

Putting out to the universe to have Lee just go to sleep. It's been a long haul and I am sure he is very tired....Just take a rest, breathe deep and settle down.

margi said...

I hope you are safe from hurricane Lee. Your new camera is working great for you. Love photos and video. Stay safe!

Granny Sue said...

Hurricane season is a worrying time for so many seashore communities. I hope Lee gives you a pass.
Do share when you get that photo of the bird on the moon!

At Home In New Zealand said...

Lonely beaches are so much more inviting than populated ones (I feel, anyway). What an awesome zoom on your camera! And I love the caboose - we don't have them here anymore although I can remember when we did. Hopefully the hurricane will not cause too much damage to anyone. Mxx

DJan said...

Both of those zoom shots are impressive, but I too love the yellowlegs the best. I am hoping that Lee does not reach you or anybody else.

Debbie said...

your pictures are wonderful...you are going to do great things with that camera!! the last picture is really stunning!!

i hope lee changes direction and stays out at sea. i will be watching the news and thinking of you!!

gluten Free A_Z Blog said...

Wonderful photos with your new camera! . I have no idea how to take a good photo- Most days, I just use my cell phone and hope for the best ! I enjoyed the video with the butterflies and all your close ups!

baili said...

i hope and pray that Lee passes by smoothly dear Marie!

best wishes to your daughter 's roof !

bird shot is my most favorite and loved the butterflies in video :)
photo by your hubby is great too
be safe !

William Kendall said...

Hopefully Lee veers off and dies out in the ocean.

peppylady (Dora) said...

It good to get out and about.
Coffee is on, and stay safe.

Liz Hinds said...

Beautiful Yellowlegs. That is an impressive zoom! I pray you'll be safe and that the island will escape lightly.

Spare Parts and Pics said...

I love the photo of the lighthouse. The zoom capabilities of some of the cameras these days is so impressive! Keeping my fingers crossed that Lee fizzles out!

The Padre said...

Hubby Snaps Off Nice Shots - All Of These Photos Are Pretty Cool - Looking Forward To Your Photos This Weekend - Stock Up On H2o And Ride Like The Wind My Friend

Cheers

Danielle L Zecher said...

I'm loving all of your photos with the new camera. I especially love the butterfly video. Butterflies and the beach are two of my favorite things!

I hope you didn't get too much damage from Hurricane Lee.

John's Island said...

Hi Marie, Love this post and your zoom shots with new camera … wow, wonderful. I think your daughter is right about catching a bird on the moon. 😊 I’ve just about worn out my Canon camera and have been thinking about something new … I’m definitely going to take a look at the Nikon P1000. Now, on a different note, I’ve been thinking about you each evening when watching the evening news and following hurricane Lee. I’m keeping my fingers crossed that you and yours will be safe and sound with zero damage. Very best wishes to you! John

David M. Gascoigne, said...

It looks like Hurricane Lee may pound Nova Scotia pretty thoroughly but might not affect PEI nearly as badly. Fingers crossed for you, Marie.

acorn hollow said...

sending you good thoughts that the hurricane will be less than expected. It sure has here. We were supposed to get 40mph winds but it has not happened nor the rain they were talking about.
Cathy

Pattie @ Olla-Podrida said...

A new camera is quite exciting! You’ll enjoy using it and experimenting with the new lens. I hope the hurricane isn’t an issue for you.

Shammickite said...

Those naughty cabbage white babies ate my cabbages. Here's hoping Lee wasn't too rough for you all.

Catarina said...

Your new camera is very good!!
It is pleasant to walk on the beach at this time.

Barbara said...

I'm always fascinated by your bird pictures. I have never seen one like this. Great shot.